STARTER CRANKS CONTINUOUSLY

TM 9-2320-285-24-1

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STARTING SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT)

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. ENGINE WILL NOT START (Cont)

Step 7.

Perform solenoid and 70 AMP circuit breaker on-vehicle tests (para 2-25a).

a. If tests do not indicate parts are defective, go to step 8 below.

b. If tests indicate parts are defective, repair or replace (para 2-25b).

Step 8.

Perform starter on-vehicle tests (para 2-25b).

a. If tests indicate parts are defective, replace (para 2-25b).

b. If tests do not indicate parts are defective, notify direct support maintenance.

2. STARTER CRANKS CONTINUOUSLY

Step 1.

Connect voltmeter leads to starter solenoid control terminal (tan/green electrical lead) and to

ground. Turn key switch to on position.

a. If voltmeter indicates 12-14 Vdc, go to step 2 below.

b. If voltmeter indicates zero volts, notify direct support maintenance.

Step 2.

Disconnect tan/brown electrical lead from key switch ST terminal. Turn key switch to on position.

Check if starter cranks.

a. If starter cranks, check for short in starting system wiring; repair or replace as necessary (para 2-

25a).

b. If starter does not crank, replace ignition switch (para 2-26a(1)).

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